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Former Valley news anchor Eddie Flores’ death stirs moving tributes

With a warm smile and kind eyes, Eddie Flores charmed his way into Rio Grande Valley hearts and homes as one of the area's leading news anchors, bringing stories from around the world into local living rooms with grace and friendliness. He was remembered just as fondly this week by those who called him their friend and mentor, all who returned the favor by bringing his story to the world.

McAllen native wins 3 Latin Grammys, including songwriter of the year

McAllen native Édgar Barrera won three Grammys Thursday evening, including the new songwriter of the year category during the 2023 Latin Grammys ceremony in Spain. 

Launch window for SpaxeX second test flights opens at 7 a.m. Saturday

The 120-minute "test window" for SpaceX's second Starship orbital flight attempt from Boca Chica/Starbase opens at 7 a.m. on Saturday, according to the company.

Repairs planned as San Benito’s $40 million project in 9-month halt

SAN BENITO — Officials have yet to set a timetable in which to launch repairs as the San Benito school district’s $40 million bond-funded project enters the ninth month of a construction shutdown.

Special units find cash, weapons, drugs in San Benito residence

Authorities seized more than $8,000 along with narcotics, vape pens, a shotgun and ammunition during a raid near San Benito on Wednesday.

FAA green-lights Starship launch from Boca Chica

SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk earlier this week announced on X, formerly known as Twitter, that he was informed that approval for a second Starship orbital flight attempt “should happen” in time for the launch to happen on Friday.

Édgar Barrera is the producer behind your favorite hits — and the Latin Grammys’...

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Édgar Barrera is one of the most in-demand people in music. He's worked with everyone from Madonna and Shakira to Peso Pluma and Karol G. He has one Grammy and 18 Latin Grammys already to his name, and is the top nominee at Thursday's 2023 Latin Grammys ceremony.

San Benito economic arm’s new board names interim director

SAN BENITO — The city’s new Economic Development Corporation board has named a department official to lead the agency amid a search for its next executive director.

San Benito to hold ceremony for slain officer

SAN BENITO — A month after tragedy shocked this quiet town, police officers are planning to join residents in a ceremony marking the death of the city’s first lawman killed in the line of duty.

Cameron County launches economic development arm

SAN BENITO — Cameron County officials are snatching the city’s economic development director to lead a new department aiming to draw industry to the area.